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    Half Shell Oyster House

    3.8 (223 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Sampler
    Deyon J.

    Met 2 friends here for dinner after work. We were able to catch Happy Hour where the drinks are $2 off. Our wait staff Chelsea was very kind and attentive but not bothersome. I got the sampler with 2 picks of fried catfish and grilled shrimp... this comes with fries, hushpuppies, a boudin ball, French bread and a side. So much food for a great price. Overall we enjoyed the food, drinks and service.

    Smoky bacon shrimp and grits
    Andrew M.

    My wife and I met some friends here for dinner this evening and enjoyed some fantastic service and delicious food. Aubrey did a great job making sure our visit was very good. Ask for her area to sit in. I enjoyed a half order of Oysters Orleans and a bowl of red beans and rice. I did miss having a little andouille sausage in the serving but it tasted very good. My wife had the shrimp and grits. All the food was outstanding. We finished off with some cinnamon roll bread pudding. Highly recommend.

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    Jessica G.

    This is the 3rd time I've eaten at this place. We normally go when we are in Mobile but they now have a location in Birmingham! It's aerially in an old elementary school. It's a very neat set up. Anyways- to the food.... We love the fried crab claws and crab and shrimp au gratin. For the main- I love the crab cake. I just tried the Redfish Orleans and it was really good. For desert- I had the bread pudding and cheesecake. You can't go wrong with anything here. The restaurants is beautifully decorated and has nice music. There is a huge bar. Our waitress was beyond wonderful. We were greeted by a very polite hostess as we walked through the door. I love being able to have this restaurant closer than Mobile! I know Mobile was the original Half Shell but this one is no different!

    Side of fries
    Benjamin M.

    Starting off i have been here quite a few times. And each time I have absolutely loved it and what this amazing dining restaurant brings to Pelham. I was able to come to have a team meeting and I was able to enjoy a dish of Voodoo Shrimp to start out and finish up with the Shrimp and Grits/Bacon. The staff and service was amazing and checked on us multiple times. Cannot say enough about them. The restaurant was also super clean and tidy so I really appreciate that when I walked in. The restaurant is in what used to be an Old Elementary School Building and they transformed it into a fully unique experience. The music in the background was soft and the bar and tables looked so nice. I would recommend this place to anyone traveling to or visiting Pelham to eat!

    Sweet potatoes
    Ginger S.

    Upon entering, I was greeted by a charming open-space ambiance that was well-lit and inviting. I want to take a moment to mention that our host was one of the nicest and friendliest people I've encountered in a long time. If you're in the Pelham, Alabama area, make sure to stop by and see Andrea. She was exceptionally courteous and offered some great suggestions. She definitely knows how to time the appetizers, which were delicious, and the entrées came out at just the right pace. I was pleasantly surprised by the steak; it was tender, flavorful, and cooked perfectly definitely not overdone. The chef really knows what they're doing there. For my side, I had asparagus with sweet potato brûlée, and it was fantastic. Overall, I would rate the entire meal a perfect 10 out of 10. The seafood platter was also really good, with everything freshly cooked. The burger had an excellent flavor, too. Although I didn't have dessert this time, I definitely plan to go back soon to try some of the dessert options.

    Sky L.

    When visiting family on the holidays, I always drive by this restaurant and it's been calling my name for years! Lucky for me, my dad was ready to try something new so we stopped by for lunch. This establishment is large and open, it felt like I was back in New Orleans with its decor of iron fences, and lots of dark red brick. We started with an appetizer of oysters on the half shell which were so fresh and some of the best oysters I've had in a while (I live in Florida on the Atlantic and know fresh oyster) Next, we tried the soup. We had a cup of gumbo and a cup of the corn and Seafood bisque. We inhale them! They both held such flavor and were filled with ingredients. Some of the better soups I've had at any Seafood restaurant. We also shared some of the fried oysters which were battered and fried to perfection. Very tasty. The service was accommodating, helpful, and we were never left to need. A perfect visit with a perfect menu. Go try half shell oyster House in Pelham if you haven't.

    Grits, potatoes, and Red Snapper in Orleans sauce
    Alison L.

    Fast service and cool ambiance, as this New Orleans themed restaurant is inside of an old elementary school. The red snapper in orleans sauce was extremely flavorful and delicious. The sides of grits and mashed potatoes with everything on top was also excellent. Highly recommend the Key Lime Margarita, a summer special

    Seafood Stuffed Mushrooms  Sweet Potatoes
    Cailen R.

    I went to Half Shell for a Halentines dinner and had a lovely time. I ordered the seafood stuffed mushrooms which were great and got broccoli and sweet potatoes on the side. Such a fun environment and a great time hanging with my friends!

    Steak, real well
    Mischa J.

    Yelp! The aesthetics of Pelham is Amazing! Drew your service was amazing too. Thank you. Now on to this food that is not as Amazing. We are a party of 10 celebrating Leiah, Birthday and Nursing school. We gots everything. Starters were Oysters and Voodoo wings. Everybody raved! For main dishes, not so much. Catfish, really popular grilled and fried both delicious. But these sides suck! Greens, terrible. Sweet potato brûlée, yuck. So soupy you can drink it. Red beans and rice, tasty. Fried green tomatoes, good. Salads, good. Grits, decent. Chicken Alfredo and seafood Alfredo, both were bland. It needed more sauce, seasoning and cheese. Then there was the burnt steak. Rubber! Yall already know, I can't come back with this food.

    Stuffed portabella mushrooms

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    Thank you Deyon! We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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    Food was amazing and delicious. First time there and I have to say we will be back. Service was attentive too.

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    4 months ago

    Great food and drinks. Perfect place for date night even if one of you don't eat seafood.

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    Thanks Shaun! We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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    My fish was over cooked and over priced. I hate the 85 character requirement for this Yelp reviews. Is that enough characters Yelp?

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    4 months ago

    Had a great lunch meeting. Service was exceptional as well as the food. Great ambience and good value. We'll be back soon.

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    Thank you Rick! We can’t wait to see you soon!

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    Thanks Charles! We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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    The wait time is never too long. Food is always AMAZING! Our favorite restaurant to eat at when we are in the area!

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    I love the Chef's Special oysters Lewis list the best Starfield ever! I eat at Half Shells, at least 4 times a month.

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